Security & Access Control Officer – Daytime, Part-Time

Sodexo; Taunton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited online wellbeing platform

Employee Assistance Programme

24hr virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced benefits and leave policies

Job summary

Sodexo in Somerset is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to manage site access, greet visitors, contractors and drivers, and support weighbridge operations. You will monitor entry barriers, maintain accurate logs and uphold high security standards while delivering friendly customer service.

The role is part-time, Monday to Friday daytime, based in the security guardhouse. You will work with a professional team and have opportunities for training and development within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence.
• Experience in security, access control, reception or customer-facing role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly and professional approach when welcoming visitors and dealing with delivery drivers.
• Good attention to detail, particularly when recording vehicle registrations and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Manage site access for visitors, employees, contractors and delivery drivers.
• Provide a friendly, professional welcome to everyone arriving at the site.
• Operate site entry and exit barriers, ensuring access is authorised and controlled.
• Manage the weighbridge process for incoming and outgoing vehicles.
• Record vehicle registrations, haulier information and vehicle movements accurately.
• Ensure visitors and contractors follow correct site sign-in and security procedures.
• Monitor CCTV systems and remote surveillance arrangements, escalating concerns if needed.
• Maintain accurate access logs and vehicle records.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Communication

Observation

Timekeeping

Job description

Sodexo in Somerset is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to manage site access, greet visitors, contractors and drivers, and support weighbridge operations. You will monitor entry barriers, maintain accurate logs and uphold high security standards while delivering friendly customer service.

The role is part-time, Monday to Friday daytime, based in the security guardhouse. You will work with a professional team and have opportunities for training and development within Sodexo.